News Release

FORT WAYNE — The Orthopedic Hospital, part of Lutheran Health Network, announced Aug. 15 that it has achieved numerous accolades for clinical excellence from Healthgrades, the No. 1 site Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital. Among The Orthopedic Hospital’s distinctions are 11 specialty excellence awards, including:

• America’s 50 Best Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery
• America’s 100 Best Orthopedic Surgery
• Orthopedic Surgery Excellence Award
• Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery Excellence Award
• Five-Star for Hip Fracture Treatment
• Five-Star for Spinal Fusion Surgery
• Five-Star for Total Hip Replacement
• Five-Star for Total Knee Replacement
• Five-Star for Outpatient Back and Neck Surgery
• Patient Safety Excellence Award

In addition to these national recognitions, The Orthopedic Hospital was ranked No. 1 in the state of Indiana for orthopedic surgery. These achievements place The Orthopedic Hospital in the upper echelon of hospitals for specialty care nationwide.

“Our commitment to high-quality specialty care in orthopedics is unwavering,” said Amy Hochstetler, chief administrative officer of The Orthopedic Hospital. “We’re dedicated to being a leader in health care by continuously investing in the latest technologies and innovative processes. This ensures patients receive the quality of care they deserve and solidifies our promise to the community.”

The Orthopedic Hospital’s achievements are based solely on patient outcomes. As part of its 2025 hospital assessment, Healthgrades evaluated risk-adjusted mortality and complication rates for more than 30 of the most common conditions and procedures at approximately 4,500 hospitals nationwide to determine the top performers in specialty care. By offering easy access to objective performance measures, Healthgrades helps consumers find and select a hospital that excels in providing the care they need.

“Healthgrades commends The Orthopedic Hospital for their clear commitment to delivering consistently superior patient outcomes in critical service areas, including orthopedics,” said Brad Bowman, M.D., chief medical officer and head of data science at Healthgrades.

“The Orthopedic Hospital’s leadership, expertise, and unwavering dedication to clinical excellence set a high mark for specialty care in Indiana and nationwide.”

Consumers can visit healthgrades.com to learn more about how Healthgrades measures hospital quality.